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PISA tests reveal severe shortages of educational materials in Costa Rica, along with troubling absenteeism and staffing data

From La Nación · () Spanish

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  • PISA 2025 data point to serious shortages of educational materials in Costa Rican schools.
  • The study also reports concerning levels of absenteeism and a rise in bullying at schools.
  • The findings contrast with a high perception of support from teachers, while the proposed 2027 budget would reduce resources for materials.

PISA 2025 paints a troubling picture of school life in Costa Rica, with shortages of educational materials, absenteeism and growing bullying reported alongside strong perceptions of teacher support.

The study found that schools face a serious lack of materials. The findings come as the proposed 2027 budget calls for fewer resources for materials managed by the Ministry of Public Education.

The report also highlights worrying data on student absenteeism and teaching staff. At the same time, it records an increase in bullying in educational centers, adding another concern to the conditions described by the assessment.

That combination gives the results a sharp contrast: students and schools report significant material and behavioral challenges, while teachers are viewed as a source of substantial support.

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